Mötley Crüe Returns with "Return of the Carnival of Sins" Tour: 33 Cities, Heavy Hits, and Classic Rock Glory

Mötley Crüe just proved they’re still the real deal. The legendary metal band kicked off their Summer 2026 North American tour last Friday in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania, and they didn’t pull any punches. The setlist was packed with material from Too Fast for Love and Shout at the Devil—the albums that made them icons. Opening with“Red Hot”and closing with the absolute anthem“Kickstart My Heart,”the band showed they understand what their fans really want: the heavy, raw stuff that defined their era. This isn’t a nostalgia lap where they phone it in; this is Mötley Crüe owning their legacy.

The tour runs through September 26 and covers 33 cities across North America, hitting major markets like Toronto, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Dallas, and Phoenix. Whether you’re in a big city or a smaller market, there’s a real chance they’re coming your way. The supporting acts—Extreme and Tesla—add serious value to the lineup, each bringing their own classic catalog to the stage. This is a full night of genuine rock history, and outdoor amphitheater settings all summer mean you’re getting the experience in a real venue, not cramped into an arena.

For longtime fans, this tour feels like a promise kept. Bands often play it safe with greatest-hits packages, but Mötley Crüe went deeper and heavier. They’re celebrating what made them legendary rather than chasing radio-friendly nostalgia. If you’ve been thinking about catching them live or reliving those glory days, this is your shot. Are you planning to grab tickets, or are you wondering which city date you should hit?